Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax W60

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax W60, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and W60 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The ZS1 was manufactured at a similar time to the W60 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ZS1 matches up versus the W60 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Pentax Optio W60. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS1 provides outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax W60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS1 versus the W60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS1 and W60 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS1 and W60.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The ZS1 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field harder.